NerdWallet

General Manager, Partnerships

Los Angeles, California, United States

$218,000 – $354,000Compensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Fintech, MarketplaceIndustries

Role Overview

NerdWallet is looking for a General Manager, Partnerships to own and scale the partner strategy for one of our growth verticals. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who thrives at the intersection of business development, strategic partnerships, and marketplace growth. You’ll be responsible for building and managing relationships with top-tier financial institutions, developing monetization strategies, and leading cross-functional initiatives that unlock long-term value.

Salary: $218K - $354K Employment Type: FullTime Location Type: Remote

What You'll Do

  • Lead partnership strategy and drive revenue growth by developing new models and identifying untapped opportunities
  • Manage high-value relationships with banks, lenders, and insurance partners, acting as the primary point of contact for strategic planning, negotiations, and performance reviews
  • Innovate on pricing structures and partnership frameworks to scale impact and differentiate NerdWallet in the marketplace
  • Collaborate across product, ops, analytics, and vertical teams to align on shared goals and execute with precision
  • Use data to inform strategy, optimize performance, and identify trends that shape future opportunities
  • Build scalable systems and processes that support rapid expansion of the partner portfolio

What We're Looking For

  • 10+ years of experience in business development or partnerships, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role
  • Proven success building and scaling partnerships in financial services or related industries
  • Deep understanding of affiliate marketing, lead gen, and marketplace models
  • Experience influencing executive stakeholders and negotiating complex deals
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to turn insights into strategic action
  • Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership skills
  • Comfort operating in ambiguity with a hands-on, entrepreneurial approach

Nice to Have

  • Experience working for or closely with banks, lenders, or insurance companies
  • Background in designing new pricing or go-to-market strategies
  • Familiarity with financial services regulations and compliance

Location

This role will be remote (based in the U.S.). We believe great work can be done anywhere.

What We Offer

Work Hard, Stay Balanced

  • Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision health care plans for employees and their dependents
  • Rejuvenation Policy – Vacation Time Off + 11 holidays + 4 Mental Health Days Off
  • New Parent Leave for employees with a newborn child or a child placed with them for adoption or foster care
  • Mental health support
  • Paid sabbatical for Nerds to recharge, gain knowledge and pursue their interests
  • Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA Plan with monthly NerdWallet contribution
  • Monthly Wellness Stipend, Cell Phone Stipend, and Wifi Stipend
  • Work from home equipment stipend and co-working space subsidy

Have Some Fun!

  • Nerd-led group initiatives – Employee Resource Groups for Parents, Diversity, and Inclusion, Women, LGBTQIA, and other communities
  • Hackathons and team events across all teams and departments
  • Company-wide events like NerdLove (employee appreciation) and our annual Charity Auction
  • Take 8 hours of volunteer time off per quarter and donate to your favorite causes with a company match

Plan for Your Future

  • 401K with company match
  • Be the first to test and benefit from our new financial products and tools
  • Financial wellness, guidance, and unlimited access to a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) through Northstar
  • Disability and Life Insurance with employer-paid premiums

If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here. NerdWallet is committed to pursuing and hiring a diverse team.

Skills

Partnership Strategy
Revenue Growth
Business Development
Strategic Partnerships
Marketplace Growth
Relationship Management
Monetization Strategies
Cross-functional Leadership
Affiliate Marketing
Lead Generation
Negotiation
Data Analysis
Financial Services
Executive Stakeholder Management

NerdWallet

Financial guidance platform for personal finance

About NerdWallet

NerdWallet helps individuals make informed financial decisions by providing resources and tools for comparing credit cards, mortgages, personal loans, and insurance. The platform is user-friendly, featuring calculators and educational content that simplify complex financial concepts. Unlike competitors, NerdWallet operates on an affiliate marketing model, allowing it to offer services for free while earning revenue through partnerships with financial institutions. The company's goal is to empower consumers to manage their finances better by providing clear and comprehensive information.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2009Year Founded
$67.1MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health and wellness
Retirement support
True work-life balance
Career development
Employee resource groups
Employee engagement

Risks

Next Door Lending's past compliance issues pose potential regulatory risks for NerdWallet.
Affiliate marketing reliance may be threatened by shifts in financial institutions' budgets.
Intensifying competition in personal finance could erode NerdWallet's market share.

Differentiation

NerdWallet offers personalized, unbiased financial advice to empower consumer decision-making.
The platform integrates financial tools and expert content for comprehensive financial guidance.
NerdWallet's user-friendly design simplifies complex financial concepts for a broad audience.

Upsides

Growing demand for financial literacy tools boosts NerdWallet's user engagement.
Partnerships with fintech firms enhance NerdWallet's comprehensive financial solutions.
Rising interest in ethical investing aligns with NerdWallet's tailored advice offerings.

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